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Awards
• Featured agent article in the first edition of Compass' Sphere magazine
• Numerous Graphic Design USA awards for branding and marketing campaigns for both print and online
• Featured article in How Design Magazine
• Guest speaker at UC Santa Cruz Design Program
Specialties
• Long-time Peninsula resident/parent with extensive knowledge of neighborhoods, schools, and market
• Solutions-driven mindset and creative problem solver focused on our clients’ success
• Design-focused approach with vast remodeling/marketing experience to maximize your home’s profit
• Strong background in technology, processes, information retrieval with excellent follow-through
• Ethical, professional, patient, and dependable with excellent communication skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
University of California, Santa Cruz
Professional Program in Graphic Design
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"We are so lucky we found Jen and Karen as first-time homebuyers in Redwood City. They were so helpful and knowledgeable about real estate in the Peninsula and truly understood exactly what we were looking for. Buying a home in 2023 required a ton of patience and Karen and Jen were there every step of the way to review disclosures in detail, educate us about the buying process, and make the experience enjoyable. They also utilized their extensive agent network to proactively show us homes that hadn’t even hit the MLS, giving us a distinct negotiation advantage. We ended up going against several other buyers to land our dream home, and Karen and Jen advocated for us and helped us negotiate to land an amazing property at a reasonable price. We would highly recommend them to anyone looking in the Peninsula!" - Kendall & Zach S.
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"Karen and Jen are truly outstanding! They've been incredibly supportive in helping me prepare my home to list, paying attention to every little detail and staying on top of everything. Since there are two of them, Karen and Jen were able to give me even more support and be super responsive throughout the entire process. Whenever I had a question, they were right there with an answer. Not only did they provide me with excellent recommendations for design materials and reliable vendors, but since my budget was limited they helped me choose upgrades that would give the most return on my investment.
These two have the perfect mix of energy, knowledge, and work ethic to excel in the competitive Bay Area market. Their deep understanding of Peninsula real estate is truly impressive. I had complete trust in them throughout the process, and they were always responsive, honest, and supportive. They are the best!" - Sam U.
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"Huge SHOUT OUT to the Vano Maurry Team! My husband and I came across the property of our dreams in a remote part of California. Time was of the essence and not knowing any realtors in that particular area we decided to call our local trusted realtors, the Vano Maurry team. They were able to dissect every detail and thoroughly represent our interests in the timeliness this situation required. No call went unanswered, and every question was resolved in real-time. The Vano Maurry team has a work ethic that knows no ceiling. They are a client's dream team. They are your CA Realtors no matter what zip code you're looking for. And just like that, in under two week's time, we are now Ranch owners! Thank you Vano Maurry Team!" - Denise E.
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"Jen and Karen are fantastic! They are knowledgeable, transparent/honest, easy to work with and always available. They truly advocated for us and have an excellent understanding of different neighborhoods. As our realtors during our house hunting process, they were not just our realtors but also our trusted advisors. We highly recommend working with them!" - Shweta & Amar.
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"Karen & Jen are wonderful! They are genuine and highly skilled in the home buying process, making the experience easy for a first-time home buyer like me. Both Karen & Jen listened to what was important to me and never rushed the process. Once the right home was found, they remained present and proactive through the entire process. I enjoyed their team approach and would highly recommend them to anyone I know buying or selling a house!" - Fran T.
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"Karen and Jen are a super responsive and caring team of REALTORS®. They did a great job of finding the new home we needed for my retired mom with her ADA needs. They made our entire family feel great about the home they found for us — as well as the advice and care they provided about the property and the offer we made." - David G.
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"I’ve worked with Karen & Jen for over twenty years, a long time in which to truly understand their character. Here’s what you’ll find too –– they manage a highly professional and ethical business built on listening to clients with empathy and retaining their trust through hard work and integrity. Karen and Jen are complementary creative partners who both ensure that you’re satisfied and successful.
" - Lew E.
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"Karen and Jen are two of the most responsible, ethical people I have had the good fortune of knowing for many, many years. They are detailed and thorough which is critical to being successful in any business. A very professional and resourceful duo." - Bobbi D.
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"Having worked with Karen and Jen on several projects, I’ve always come away impressed. They are a talented team with a thoughtful approach and a willingness to go the extra mile. I never hesitate to recommend their services." - Jess S.
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"Karen and Jen approach their projects with an incredible blend of creativity, pragmatic problem-solving, professionalism and outstanding follow-through—while making sure their clients enjoy the process along the way." - Krista M.
As a long-time Peninsula resident and parent to two active boys, Jen has deep roots in the Bay Area and an intimate understanding of our local schools from preschool through high school — offering well-informed insights into the varied neighborhoods. She is a proud contributor and supporter of the community, and her first-hand experience provides assurance she will capably guide you to the best neighborhood for your family.
Jen brings an impressive background to her real estate career, with over twenty-five years’ experience as a branding and marketing expert. As Design Manager for Oracle, she developed valuable processes, leveraged technology and led a team delivering successful marketing campaigns. Jen possesses a wealth of practical talents including her trademark research ability to uncover the best practices and resources for any project, allowing her to provide a seamless, low stress experience from beginning to end for her clients. Her marketing savvy alongside Compass’s modern technology provide a powerful advantage, and her track record has proven time and again that she will work hard to obtain results.
Jen has bought, sold and renovated many homes, and has an in-depth understanding of the remodeling process. She has worked with architects, contractors, and building planners, and is uniquely qualified to provide expert advice including which improvements will yield the greatest return on investment. You can rely on Jen’s expansive network of vetted contractors, interior designers, painters, and stagers to make the process run smoothly.
Jen embraces the importance of modern technology, and recognizes its critical role in accessing real-time information for clients. She joined Compass because she shares the belief that pairing technology with talented people creates exceptional results.
Jen is united with her sister and long-time partner, Karen Vano, at the Vano Maurry Team. Bringing the same custom service, solutions-driven mindset, and innovative marketing they gave their design clients.